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Richard Thompson

Kingswood,Nsw

Summary

I would like to work in a fast-paced, energetic environment with the opportunity to learn and further my knowledge. I am a friendly person who enjoys working as part of a team, and I want to be a part of learning and growing with the team. I am a committed person and am motivated to succeed in what I do.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader, Logistics

CEVA Logistics Inc.
04.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to the overall success of the organization by applying effective leadership skills and constantly striving for excellence within the logistics department.
  • Mentored new hires on best practices in logistics operations, fostering an environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Organized and led team meetings to discuss progress, reinforce company values, and address any concerns or areas needing improvement.
  • Managed a diverse team, ensuring clear communication and collaboration for successful project completion.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between upper management and frontline staff members, ensuring that feedback was shared constructively both ways regularly .
  • Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership, encouraging continuous improvement among team members.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members professionally and efficiently, maintaining a cohesive working environment that was focused on achieving goals collectively.
  • Coordinated transportation schedules to ensure timely deliveries while minimizing costs related to fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance.
  • Streamlined logistics processes by implementing efficient team strategies and workflows.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Monitored performance of logistics operations to identify areas for improvement.

Bar Supervisor & Area Supervisor

Royal Agricultural Society of NSW
01.2015 - Current
  • Involves set up of outlets and ensuring RSA protocol is met and the outlet complies with food safety standards
  • Focus on ensuring outlets open on time and customer satisfaction

Warehouse Manager

Pecare Trading Co.
01.2000 - 01.2021
  • This involves doing inventory control and stock count
  • Involves ensuring that all orders are completed for the customer deadline
  • Funiture assembly of chairs tables bookshelves etc
  • Repairs to the furniture
  • Able to use a multitude of carpentry tools
  • Customer service
  • Deliveries and loading and unloading containers
  • Assembly of furniture
  • Working in a warehouse environment

Retail Area Supervisor

Delaware North Companies
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Management of a number of outlets ensuring smooth game day operation, stock rotation, and the training and distribution of staff
  • Communicating with all staff within the area to ensure management criteria including budgets, RSA procedures, HACCP food safety guidelines, and WHS precautions are met
  • Started as a Food and Beverage Attendant and then Team Leader so have a high understanding of how retail outlets operate and what the different roles entail
  • Team member of the Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium with previous companies since 1997

Skills

  • Responsible Service of Alcohol Competency Card
  • Supervisor Food Handling Certificate
  • Knowledge of Time Target
  • Microsoft Office Skills
  • Safety management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Logistics software proficiency
  • Distribution strategy
  • Warehouse safety
  • Shipping and receiving operations
  • Employee supervision
  • Team management
  • Inventory control
  • Transportation management systems
  • Continuous improvement
  • Shipping documentation
  • Order fulfillment
  • Work delegation
  • Logistics oversight
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Forklift operator certification
  • First Aid certification

Timeline

Team Leader, Logistics

CEVA Logistics Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Bar Supervisor & Area Supervisor

Royal Agricultural Society of NSW
01.2015 - Current

Retail Area Supervisor

Delaware North Companies
01.2012 - 01.2020

Warehouse Manager

Pecare Trading Co.
01.2000 - 01.2021
Richard Thompson